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US official to travel to Israel to discuss Iran nuclear programme
United States national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, will visit Israel this week for detailed discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Naftali…
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‘We’re prepared’ to tackle Omicron virus variant: Biden
WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden on Tuesday sought to reassure Americans about the country’s ability to battle the rapidly spreading Omicron…
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WHO approves Novavax as 10th authorised COVID jab amid Omicron threat
GENEVA: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday has given emergency approval to a coronavirus vaccine made by US-based pharma,…
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Madagascar minister swims 12 hours to shore after helicopter crash
A Madagascan minister was one of two survivors to have swum some 12 hours to shore Tuesday after their helicopter…
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One in four Somalis face acute hunger due to drought: UN
NAIROBI: Nearly one in four people in Somalia are facing acute hunger as drought ravages the conflict-wracked country, following three seasons…
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Russia’s Putin warns West of counter measures over Ukraine threats
President Vladimir Putin warned on Tuesday (Dec 21) that Russia is prepared to take “military-technical measures” in response to “unfriendly” Western…
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China blocks US resolution on humanitarian exemptions to Afghan sanctions
China, with Russia’s backing, has opposed a resolution proposed by the United States in the UN Security Council that would…
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Europe considers new curbs as Omicron sweeps world
LONDON: Countries across Europe were considering new curbs on movement on Tuesday, with German scientists urging maximum and immediate restrictions…
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Moderna says booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine appears protective against Omicron
Moderna Inc said on Monday that a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine appeared to be protective against the fast-spreading…
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Queen Elizabeth II cancels Sandringham Christmas
LONDON: Queen Elizabeth II has decided to break with tradition and celebrate Christmas at Windsor Castle rather than at her…
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